Honda Civic Hatchback (2018 year). Instruction

Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

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Pressing the

(windshield defroster) button

turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.

Press the

button again to turn off, the

system returns to the previous settings.

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.

Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.

If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

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To rapidly defrost the windows

1. Press the

button.

2. Press the

button.

To rapidly defrost the windows

After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity. This
impedes visibility.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

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You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.
1. Press the SYNC button.

The system switches to synchronization mode.

2. Adjust the temperature using the driver’s side temperature control dial.

Press the SYNC button or change the passenger’s side temperature setting to return
to dual mode.

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Synchronization Mode

Synchronization Mode

When you press the

button, the system changes

to synchronization mode.

When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passenger’s side temperature
can be set separately.

SYNC Button

Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial

Passenger’s
Side
Temperature
Control Dial

* Not available on all models

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Features

Audio System

About Your Audio System

The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service

. It can also

play USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.

You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface

*1 : Models with driver information interface
*2 : Models with information display

About Your Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio

is available on a subscription basis

only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio

contact a dealer.

2 General Information on the Audio System

P. 329

SiriusXM® Radio

is available in the United States and

Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

SiriusXM®

is a registered trademark of SiriusXM

Radio, Inc.

iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.

Remote Controls

iPod

USB Flash Drive

* Not available on all models

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Audio System

USB Port(s)

Features

USB Port(s)

Install the device USB connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB port.

The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio
files on a USB flash drive and connecting
a cellular phone and charging device.

The USB port (1.5A) is for charging
devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones with
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

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In the console compartment

The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio files
on the USB flash drive and connecting a
cellular phone and charging device.

Move the removable beverage holder
tray rearward.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

USB Port(s)

•

Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.

•

We recommend using an extension cable with the
USB port.

•

Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.

•

Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.

•

We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.

•

Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.

If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

The USB port can supply up to 1.0A or 1.5A of
power. It does not output 1.0A or 1.5A unless
requested by the device.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that needs to be charged.
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY

(

q or ON

(

first.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.

USB charge

Models with
color audio
system

Models with
Display
Audio

Models with color audio system

Models with Display Audio

In the console compartment

* Not available on all models

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Audio System

Audio System Theft Protection

Features

Audio System Theft Protection

The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.

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Reactivating the audio system

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON

(

2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.

The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

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Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

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Features

Audio Remote Controls

Allow you to operate the audio system while driving.

SOURCE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM AM USB/iPod Bluetooth® Audio

(

- (Volume) Buttons

Press

(

+: To increase the volume.

Press

(

-: To decrease the volume.

Buttons

• When listening to the radio

Press :

To select the next preset radio station.

Press :

To select the previous preset radio station.

Press and hold

: To select the next station with strong reception.

Press and hold

: To select the previous station with strong reception.

• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Press :

To skip to the next song.

Press :

To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.

• When listening to a USB flash drive

Press and hold

: To skip to the next folder.

Press and hold

: To go back to the previous folder.

Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.

Models with information display

Button

SOURCE Button

Button

(

+ Button

(

- Button

Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

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Features

Allow you to operate the audio system while driving. The information is shown on
the driver information interface.

Buttons

Press

to cycle through the audio

mode as follows:
FM AM SiriusXM®

USB iPod

Bluetooth® Audio Pandora®

Apple

CarPlay/Android Auto

Audio Apps

ENTER Button
• When listening to the radio and SiriusXM®

1. Press ENTER to switch the display to a preset list you stored in the preset buttons.
2. Press

to select a preset, then press ENTER.

• When listening to a USB flash drive
1. Press ENTER to display the folder list.
2. Press

to select a folder.

3. Press ENTER to display a list of tracks in that folder.
4. Press

to select a track, then press ENTER.

Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.

Press the

(Hang-up/back) button to go back

to the previous command or cancel a command.

Press the

button to switch display.

2 Switching the Display P. 256

Models with driver information interface

Button

ENTER Button

Button

(

- Bar

Button

3 4

Models with Display Audio

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Audio Remote Controls

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Features

• When listening to an iPod
1. Press ENTER to display the iPod music list.
2. Press

to select a category.

3. Press ENTER to display a list of items in the category.
4. Press

to select an item, then press ENTER.

Press ENTER and press

repeatedly until the desired mode you want

to listen to is displayed.

• When listening to Internet Radio

1. Press ENTER to display the station list.
2. Press

to select an item, then press ENTER.

• When listening to Bluetooth® Audio
1. Press ENTER to display the track list.
2. Press

to select a track, then press ENTER.

* Not available on all models

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Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

Features

(

- (Volume) Bar

Press

(

+: To increase the volume.

Press

(

-: To decrease the volume.

Buttons

• When listening to the radio

Press :

To select the next preset radio station.

Press :

To select the previous preset radio station.

Press and hold

: To select the next strong station.

Press and hold

: To select the previous strong station.

• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Press :

To skip to the next song.

Press :

To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.

• When listening to a USB flash drive

Press and hold

: To skip to the next folder.

Press and hold

: To go back to the previous folder.

• When listening to Internet radio

Press :

To skip to the next track.

Press and hold

: To select the next station.

Press and hold

: To select the previous station.

* Not available on all models

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Features

Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY

(

q or ON

(

Use the selector knob or MENU/CLOCK
button to access some audio functions.

Press

to switch between the normal and

extended display for some functions.
Selector Knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press

to set

your selection.
MENU/CLOCK button: Press to select any
mode.
The available mode includes the wallpaper,
display, clock, language setup, and play
modes. Play modes can be also selected from
scan, random, repeat, and so on.

(Back) button: Press to go back to the

previous display.

button: Press to select the sound

setting mode.

(Day/Night) button: Press to change

the audio/information screen brightness.
Press

, then adjust the brightness using

Each time you press

, the mode

switches between the daytime mode,
nighttime mode and OFF mode.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

Models with color audio system

Audio System Basic Operation

These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.

Rotate

to select.

Press

to enter.

Menu Items

2 Adjust Clock P. 146
2 Wallpaper Setup P. 240
2 Display Setup P. 243
2 Scan P. 245, 251
2 Play Mode P. 248, 251
2 RDS Settings P. 245
2 Bluetooth P. 252, 381

Press the button on the steering wheel to change any
audio setting.

2 Audio Remote Controls P. 233

(Back)

Button

Selector Knob

MENU/
CLOCK
Button

(Day/Night)

Button

(Sound)

Button

Menu Display

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Audio System Basic Operation

Audio/Information Screen

Features

Audio/Information Screen

Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this screen, you can go to various
setup options.

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Switching the Display

Audio/Information Screen

Audio

Clock/Wallpaper

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Audio System Basic Operation

Audio/Information Screen

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Features

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Audio

Shows the current audio information.

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Clock/Wallpaper

Shows a clock screen or an image you import.

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Change display

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.
2. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

3. Rotate

to select Display Change, then press

4. Rotate

to select Wallpaper, then press

If you want to return to the audio display, select Audio.

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